Welcome Weekend 2019

Welcome Weekend is full of programs and activities – both fun and informative. You’ll experience everything from a community cookout, to an off-campus service event, to your first college class – all designed to help you transition smoothly to college life.

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FAQs

Please refer to our list of questions and answers to help ensure a smooth transition onto campus. If you have additional questions not answered here, please contact your admissions counselor.

When will I receive my move-in time?

Your specific move-in time will be sent to you in August 2019.

Can I arrive EARLIER than my assigned move-in time?

No. The move-in times are coordinated to ensure maximum efficiency and ease for all students and families arriving on campus.

Can I arrive LATER than my assigned move-in time?

Yes, but all new students must arrive on campus by 12 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, 2019.

How does the move-in process work?

Please arrive on campus at your assigned move-in time. Drive directly to your residence hall where a CSP Welcome Crew will be waiting to help you unload your vehicle.

Once all of your items have been placed in your residence hall, please park your vehicle and proceed to the Welcome Center at Graebner Memorial Chapel to finalize your arrival.

When can I buy my books?

Books are available to be purchased now at the CSP Bookstore and can be purchased throughout Welcome Weekend.*

*Be sure to check hours of operation

What are Concordia’s technology requirements?

Students enrolling at Concordia must have access to a laptop that meets Concordia University’s technology requirements. An acceptable device is one that is capable of running a supported operating system (View the hardware and software requirements). Most laptops sold within the last two years will meet these requirements.

Concordia is one of the first universities to partner with Microsoft to license Microsoft Office for all students. This software will be available at no cost to students and the license allows installation on up to five devices owned by the student.

Residence Hall F.A.Q.’s

First-Year Students

What items should I bring for my residence hall room?

*This list is intended for students living in Luther Hall or Wollaeger Hall

3M Brand removable adhesive

Basic office/school supplies

Bathrobe

Blanket, pillow & towels

Clothes hangers

Desk lamp (not halogen)

Extra-long sheets and mattress pad

Knife/fork/spoon

Laundry basket or hamper

Microwave safe plates and bowls

Mug or cup

Pictures/mementoes

Recycling container

Shower caddy

Shower shoes/flip flops

UL approved power strip

Waste basket and garbage bags

Water bottle

White poster putty

The following items are nice to have, but not essential:

First aid supplies (band aids, aspirin, cold/allergy tabs, etc.)

Refrigerator smaller than 4 cu.ft.

Small fan

Stereo/radio

Television and long cable cord

What items are NOT ok to bring for my residence hall room?

*This list is intended for students living in Luther Hall or Wollaeger Hall

Candles or incense

Christmas/holiday lights

Extension cords

Halogen lamps

Hot plate; grill machine

Microwave

Multi-plug adapters

Refrigerator larger than 4 cu.ft.

Space heater

Toaster, toaster oven, etc.

What items will CSP provide for my residence hall room?

*This list is intended for students living in Luther Hall or Wollaeger Hall

Bed and mattress (extra long twin, 36” x 80”)

Cable television

Carpeting

Closet and dresser

Desk and desk chair

In-building laundry room

Microwave (in lounge)

Window blinds

Wireless internet

Transfer Students

What items should I bring for my apartment?

*This list is intended for students living in Holst Hall or Hyatt Village